Job Description

Supply Chain Manager – Civil Nuclear

Derby

Full Time

Why join Rolls-Royce?

At Rolls-Royce we are proud to be a business that has truly helped to shape the modern world and are committed to always being a force for progress; powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere.

By joining Rolls-Royce, you'll have the opportunity to work on world-class solutions, supported by a culture that believes individuality is our greatest strength, and all perspectives, experiences and backgrounds help us innovate and enable our high-performance culture.

Rolls-Royce Civil Nuclear is offering a unique opportunity for experienced Supply Chain Professional to work within the UK Civil Nuclear Programme.

Rolls-Royce together secured contracts to support the development & supply of UDG installations as part of the development of the Hinckley Point C Reactor programme working with EDF and its partners including NNB. This is an exciting programme to work closely with a cross functional team at RR and with our client on a 4--5 year contracted programme.

The position is primarily based at the RR Derby Site, but due to the nature and locations of the Civil Nuclear Teams & Supply Chain there will be a requirement for some planned travel.

What you will be doing:

You will be reporting to the PMO Manager, and you will be responsible for :

• Preparing, maintaining & summarising schedules of activities and events of projects, taking account of dependencies and financial milestones.
• Ensure compliance with & optimum application of Purchasing processes, tools & resources and Ensure delivery of Project & Purchase supply chain goals for the programme.
• Accountable for securing Purchase commitment to the project business plan and responsible for ensuring that Purchase resource is provisioned accordingly.
• Responsible for the effective day to day supplier relationship management and operational performance of partners and suppliers
• Support the programme management and execution of sourcing activities, to meet the internal and external stakeholder requirements for current and future programmes.
• Responsible for the quality and delivery performance of the external supply chain and the resolution of any performance related issues
• Ensure Project and Customer compliance to Purchase processes and procedures.
• Ensure your own compliance to the company and / or professional certification code of ethics.

Position Qualifications:

• BA Degree or equivalent or significant relevant industry experience
• Knowledge of Purchasing Strategy, Policies & Processes
• Knowledge of Project Management processes, tools and techniques
• A proven track record in delivering results
• Possesses the flexibility to respond to uncertain or ambiguous situations with a minimum of stress
• Global outlook and exposure to different challenges, cultures and ways of working.
• Skilled at various influence tactics
• Good communicator – experience working with customers

For more than 60 years Rolls-Royce Submarines has designed, supplied and supported the nuclear propulsion plant, providing power for all UK Royal Navy nuclear submarines.

To work for Rolls-Royce Submarines an individual must hold a Security Check clearance. We will support the application for Security Clearance if you don’t already have it. Due to the nature of work we conduct, we can only progress applications from individuals who are a UK national or, in MoD approved cases, a dual national.

Our vision is to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that shaped our history continues into our future. Our multi-year transformation programme aims to turn Rolls-Royce into a high-performing, competitive, resilient and growing company. Join us, and it can be your future vision too.

Rolls-Royce are committed to being a respectful, inclusive, and non-discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued, diverse perspectives fuel innovation, and everyone can thrive.

Please be aware that the priority will be given to employees identified as being at high risk. The professional level and the salary of the position will be dependent on the skills and experience of the successful candidate. 

It is advised that you inform your current manager of your application for this role.

Level C

Job Category

Supply Chain Planning & Control

Posting Date

17 Jun 2026; 00:06

Posting End Date

24 Jun 2026